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Manchester United: The Kobbie Mainoo controversy
Dec 16 2025 22:16 · By onefootball.com · 37 Reads
Manchester United: The Kobbie Mainoo controversy
Kobbie Mainoo's half-brother has sparked a reaction at Manchester United following a social media post.
During the thrilling 4-4 draw against Bournemouth, he wore a t-shirt emblazoned with the message " Free Kobbie Mainoo ." This gesture did not sit well with the club's management. The 20-year-old midfielder has seen limited playing time this season under Ruben Amorim, fueling speculation about a possible departure in January.
– Tuesday, 16 December 2025
Manchester United fears that this outburst could impact the player's market value. Napoli are interested, and Bayern Munich are also keeping a close eye on his development.